Message from the Dean

Message from the interim Dean:

Welcome to the College of Aerospace, Computing, Engineering, and Design at Metropolitan State University of Denver.  

The College is home to the departments of Aviation & Aerospace Science, Computer Science, Engineering & Engineering Technology, and Industrial Design, in addition to the Advanced Manufacturing Sciences Institute, and the Cybersecurity Center – all designed to connect industry to students, students to industry, and graduates to good careers.

Consistent with its mission the College of Aerospace, Computing, Engineering, and Design prepares the State’s most diverse student body to be the next generation of flight officers, computer scientists, engineers, and industrial designers, so Colorado businesses can advance innovativeness, productivity, and the quality of their services and products. We have a program for you if you are a student looking for an education that will lead to an exciting career in a high-demand, high-paying field.

Colorado is home to world-class electronics, manufacturing, aerospace, tech companies, and more. In collaboration with our industry partners, we have thoughtfully crafted programs, including programs in Aviation & Aerospace Sciences and Industrial Design that are unique to the State, and experiences to ensure our graduates leave with the knowledge and skills that employers need.

At MSU Denver, we are passionate about our work with students. Our faculty are national and international experts in their fields and provide students with hands-on and interactive learning that will carry over to real-world situations, making our students the best prepared and ready-to-add value graduates in the State.

Go to For CACED Students to find out more about our programs and how to get started on your career path.

Dr. Steve Beaty | Interim Dean
College of Aerospace, Computing, Engineering, and Design (CACED)